physical fitness

For many people, holiday shopping is stressful and physically taxing. So many people flock to favorite stores to get discounts and deals, and some seem to be ready for combat. You’ve probably even seen stories on the news of people getting trampled on Black Friday. Have you ever considered how health and fitness impacts your ability to shop during the holiday season?

Health and fitness are two exceptionally popular topics right now, especially in the United States. It seems everywhere you look, there is a new health product or an explosion of gyms in the area. However, not everyone really considers what goes into remarkable fitness. It goes beyond simply looking good or fitting into old clothes.

It’s often difficult to find time to get in a workout in today’s fast-paced world. This is especially true for us desk jockeys who ride our chairs 16 hours a day. However, it’s not impossible for busy people to find time to work on health and fitness. Sometimes it just takes a bit of schedule modification and some sacrifice.

I am a big fan of gamifying virtually anything. It’s a proven method of motivation as well as productivity in the workplace. It also helps keeps people more centered on health and fitness. The New Zealand-based startup ARX hopes to bring some of that gamification to gyms around the world. And I can’t tell you how excited I am for this product.

I’ve always wondered why my muscles shake when ever I flexed. For example, my arm would vibrate if I tried to show off my bicep for longer than five seconds. As I continue to exercise and rebuild myself, I’ve come to realize that shaking is an indicator of weakness. Let me explain…

A lot of people relish in getting as many steps as possible using their Fitbit devices. But what happens when your unit breaks? Do you leave your Fitbit profile idle until you’re able to replace the unit? What if you took off your Fitbit and forgot to put it back on before you add steps from a walk? Here is how you can still get credit for your physical activity.

A lot of us live sedentary lifestyles. Opportunities today make it so we can literally stay at home and work in our pajamas. With the addition of online entertainment such as games and streaming video, it’s easy to see how some people can spend 16 hours a day sitting at their desks. How can you live healthy when you’re chained to your home technology?

Many people view health and fitness as a means to lose weight. While exercise and eating right will accomplish that goal, there is more to health than just looking good in the bathroom mirror. Humans are a visual species, but it should be the only motivator. Seeing results is easier than feeling results. However, there are so many reasons to be fit and healthy.

In reality, your strongest opposition to being healthy is yourself. You can make excuses why you can’t exercise, but it all boils down to not having the motivation do get into shape. There’s always something you can do that benefits your life. All you need is a way to challenge yourself.

Cardio workouts, aka aerobics, do more than just help you burn fat. In fact, doing activity that increases your heart rate does an incredible amount of good for the body. It’s more than just stepping on a scale and not cringing from the results. It’s about keeping yourself alive longer and happier.